What is Forensic Psychology Question

by Katie Johnson
(USA)

In the section titled what is forensic psychology you give an example of two psychologist's interaction with the legal system. One of them helps inform the legal decision, while the other is set to work with the plaintiff once incarcerated.

You said only the first psychologist would fall under the category of forensic psychology. What would the second psychologist be called?

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